If you're looking for a versatile and resilient berry plant for your homesteading or permaculture garden, look no further than the Jostaberry. This hardy plant, a cross between a black…
Sheet mulching is a key strategy in an organic permaculture garden. But if you are new to gardening in a sustainable way, you might be a little confused about sheet…
Growing healthy plants starts with healthy roots, and air pruning is a technique that can promote robust root development. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, air pruning can…
Trees can be a tremendous benefit to a homestead in many ways, but one way that isn't often considered is how trees can enhance soil quality. Trees are good for…
Trees can supply abundantly for the homestead and should be grown for various reasons. Not only do trees provide food, beauty, and shade, but they can also help improve soil…
Organic gardening can sometimes be tough. It comes with a specific set of rules, and each plant is different and has its own needs. Vermiculite is often added to soil…
Seed viability tests are essential for any gardener who wants to ensure crop success. The viability of seeds determines their ability to germinate and grow into healthy plants. Planting non-viable…
Edible landscaping is a way to combine the beauty of traditional landscaping with the practicality of growing your own food. By incorporating edible plants into your landscape design, you can…
As gardeners, we come to understand that we are more soil farmers than vegetable farmers. Without healthy soil, you cannot have a healthy garden. So how do we determine the…
If you’re limited on gardening space or maybe want to block out some neighbors and get a little privacy in your backyard, then building some planter boxes with trellises may…
If you are looking for an easy to grow, colorful, and nutrient rich plant to add to your food forest then Jerusalem artichoke, also known as Sunchoke, is exactly what…
Harvesting rainwater is an excellent practice for any homestead, but rainwater collection systems aren't without problems. However, there are many solutions to the common issues. 1. Algae Buildup In Water…
Growing more food on less land, with more people involved, is an excellent way to bring people together from different regions all over the world and to also learn about…
With summer right around the corner, many people consider planting their own garden to grow and nurture during the warmer months. While many plants can be bought in stores, it…
It has been my experience that passion and inspiration can motivate you and take you a long way. That's not to say that knowledge and skill aren't important, but rather…
Raising small livestock on a homestead can have many advantages over large livestock, especially on an urban or suburban farm. Of all the livestock I've raised, Coturnix Quail are my…
